Touring
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Yamaha’s Niken GT – updates
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A whole load of updates for the funky tourer Yamaha’s Niken GT is being treated to some serious updates for 2023, including a new 890cc engine. The engine is a variation of the tried-and-tested design used in the massively popular Tracer 9 and MT-09, and it’ll have 5% more capacity than the outgoing motor. There’s…
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Free Oxford Oximiser 900 available for all customers as Suzuki Tyre Support Programme launched
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Suzuki has launched a new Suzuki Tyre Support Programme, that offers Suzuki owners nationwide access to a range of industry-leading brands – including Bridgestone, Michelin, and Pirelli – at competitive prices*. While customers are likely to return to their authorised Suzuki dealership for routine servicing and maintenance, tyre replacement, due to excessive wear or damage,…
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Products: Stormsure waterproofing, repair adhesive and repair tape
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A few weeks ago some stuff landed on my desk from a company called Stormsure. They have products that are able apparently, to ‘fix almost anything’. I received a box of self-adhesive Tuff Tape waterproof repair strip, some Tuff Tape waterproof repair patches, some flexible repair adhesive and some water repellent spray. Clearly this stuff…
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‘Noise Camera’ fines for loud exhausts (Not yet!)
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It was announced recently that the Department for Transport would be trailing noise cameras aimed at catching and fining drivers and riders with loud exhausts across four areas in England and Wales. Understandably, many bikers were concerned, particularly those who adhere to the adage, ‘Loud Pipes Save Lives’, and believe that making a bit of…
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Lincolnshire Police’s appeal for dashcam footage
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Operation Snap encourages road users to send in footage of ‘dangerous or careless’ riding on the county’s roads.. Lincolnshire Police has just appealed to the public as part of Operation Snap, asking them to send in dashcam footage of bikers that are dangerous, careless or out of control. In the name of improving safety and…
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TOP READ! Twenty Travellers’ Tales from Around the World
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One of our favourite adventurers and authors, Sam Manicom has announced his latest celebration of motorcycle overlanding. Pulling together the expertise and experiences of 20 authors, ‘The Moment Collectors’ takes readers on a journey to the big sky plains of Mongolia; African deserts; the majesty of the Pamir Highway; the far reaches of Alaska; the…
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Indian reveals newest V-TWIN powered SUPER tourer. The Pursuit
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Indian Motorcycle has just unveiled a new tourer that’s kitted out with a liquid-cooled PowerPlus engine, a full-suite of technology, a chassis-mounted fairing and loads of touring goodies. Called the Pursuit, it builds on the success of the Challenger – and uses the same 1768cc, liquid-cooled V-twin motor kicks out 90kW (121 hp) and 178Nm…
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Loud pipes get fines
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Noise-detecting cameras roll out in France France has become the first country to roll out cameras that will flash and fine motorists whose vehicles exceed specific noise levels. The Meduse cameras are equipped with a microphone and a camera, and if a passing vehicle exceeds a certain decibel, the camera is activated, and a €135…
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Get cash from chrimbo? Tank Bag treat awaits, then…
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A tank bag is a cracking bit of kit for any biker looking for a way to carry a few essentials when they’re out and about on two wheels. That’s where Shad’s E-10P comes in. With a five-litre capacity, the quick-fitting tank bag works with the Shad PIN system which allows you to ‘plug and…
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Cash for Chrimbo? Invest in a 4K action cam…
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We’re big fans of Drift’s Ghost 4K action camera. It’s a clever piece of kit, equipped with one-touch recording, electronic image stabilisation, front and rear microphones, an auto low-light mode, time-lapse capabilities, and much more. Plus, unlike other many action cams on the market, the Drift HD Ghost 4K also comes with a small LCD…
